Living in Greene County, Missouri

Greene County is a county in Missouri with a population of around 288,072, part of the Springfield, MO MSA metro area. The main communities are Springfield, Battlefield, Willard.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,251/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $236K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 47°F) and hot summers (highs around 84°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Greene County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a moderately educated workforce (30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.